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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Jaguar XJS AUTOMOBILES

Air Bag System Precautions -> Jaguar -> Disarming -> 1993-94 -> 1995-97 -> 1998-2004 -> Driver's Side Air Bag Module -> Passenger's Side Air Bag Module -> S Type, X Type, XJ8, XKR & XK8 -> XJ12 -> XJ6 -> XJR -> XJS
Vehicle: 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS

S Type, X Type, XJ8, XKR & XK8
  • Record clock, radio, seats, mirrors, steering column and other memory components settings.
  • Turn ignition switch to Lock position and remove key.
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Wait at least one minute for back-up power supply to discharge.
XJR
1995-97
  • Record clock, radio, seats, mirrors, steering column and other memory components settings.
  • Turn ignition switch to Lock position and remove key.
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Wait at least one minute for back-up power supply...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Jaguar XJS AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, dis...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Jaguar XJS AUTOMOBILES

Jaguar -> Fuel Shutoff Switch Location -> 1991-96 XJS
Vehicle: 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS

The inertia switch is loc...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Jaguar XJS AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle on a four post lift.
  • Remove front muffler and attached exhaust pipes.
  • Match mark the front driveshaft coupling to transmission drive flange.
  • Unbolt the driveshaft from the transmission.
  • Remove nuts and bolts connecting flexible coupling to differential drive flange. Under no circumstances must ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Jaguar XJS AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove righthand downpipe catalytic converter.
  • Remove sealing olives, then the steering rack heat shield.
  • Position starter main terminal post rubber boot. This will allow access to main starter terminal m...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Jaguar XJS AUTOMOBILES

Jaguar -> Check Engine Lamp -> 1995-2009
Vehicle: 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS

The Check Engine warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. It will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system determines that the system is functioning properly. I...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Jaguar XJS AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Release and reposition hose clip, and disconnect hose from heater control valve.
  • Release and reposition hose clip, and disconnect hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose assembly from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Jaguar XJS AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS

  • Install suitable spanner wrench tool, on belt tensioner pulley center bolt.
  • Turn tool counterclo...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Jaguar XJS AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 Jaguar XJS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Driver's Door Diagram for 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GASDriver's Door Diagram for 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Drivers Door
    • Passenger Door Diagram for 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GASPassenger Door Diagram for 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Passenger Door

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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Jaguar XJS AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Jaguar XJS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Symbol Identification
    • 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Heated Rear Window Switch
  • Heated Rear Window Grid
  • Heated Rear Window Relay
  • Heater Timer Function

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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Jaguar XJS AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Jaguar XJS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: REMOVAL OF SEIZED OXYGEN (O2) SENSORS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
    • Document: 'BREED' MECHANICALLY-ACTIVATED SRS AIRBAGS - SERVICEABLE LIFE
    Vehicle: 1996 Jaguar XJS 2+2 4.0 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Jaguar XJS AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 Jaguar XJS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1996 Jaguar XJS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1996 Jaguar XJS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1996 Jaguar XJS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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